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Netherlands Antilles Information

Netherlands Antilles Map

Netherlands Antilles Map

Bonaire, Curacao, Saba, St. Eustatius and St. Maarten are part of the Netherlands Antilles

Only 50 miles from the coast of Venezuela, Bonaire is an island of natural beauty, where pink flamingos almost outnumber people, and the most popular sport is scuba diving – often ranked as among the best in the world.

Area: 800 sq km (309 sq miles)
Capital: Willemstad
Currency: Netherlands Antillean gulden
GNI per capita: US $13,162 (UN, 2003)
Head of state: Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, represented by Governor Frits Goedgedrag
Language: Dutch, English, Papiamentu
Telephone codes: 1-599

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The crystalline blue waters of Bonaire Marine Park and the talcum sands of pocket beaches create ideal conditions for scuba diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, deep sea fishing, beach-combing, and windsurfing. The rugged hills are perfect for mountain biking, hiking, ecotouring and birdwatching. Bonaire is an obvious choice for nature lovers.

The quiet capital of Kralendijk has only one main street, and as you stroll along you’ll see colourful buildings constructed in the Dutch-colonial style. Along the water is a promenade and amy of the streets are lined with shops and restaurants. The town pier is worth a visit, during the early mornings fishmongers and fruit vendors set up shop at the alfresco market. Visit during Carnival, which takes place in Kralendijk every February. Colourful costumes, parades and traditional music and dancing fill the streets with a party atmosphere.

For beach lovers Lac Bay on the east coast has two beaches, clothing-optional Sorobon Beach, located on its south side is considered by many to be the best beach on the island, and is also a great spot for windsurfing, kiting, swimming and snorkeling.

Netherlands Antilles Public Holidays

New Year's Day (01Jan); Valentine's Day (14Feb); St. Patrick's Day (17Mar); Good Friday (14Apr); Easter Sunday (16Apr); Easter Monday (17Apr); Queen's Birthday (30Apr); Labor Day (01May); St. Maarten's Day (11Nov); Kingdom (of the Netherlands) Day (15Dec); Christmas (25Dec); Boxing Day (26Dec).

Netherlands Antilles Visas

U.S. citizens require one of the following:

A valid passport and a return/continuing ticket. A birth certificate with raised seal and photo identification and a return/continuing ticket. Naturalized citizens must show an original naturalization certificate with photo identification and a return/continuing ticket. Permanent Resident (Green Card) holders must have a valid passport and a return/continuing ticket.

Canadian citizens require one of the following:

A valid passport and a return/continuing ticket. A certified copy of birth certificate, a photo identification and a return/continuing ticket. Canadian residents require a "Landing permit" (Permanent Resident Card) with valid passport and return/continuing ticket.

European Community citizens require:

A valid passport and a return/continuing ticket. Nationals of the following countries listed below require a visa for entry into the Netherlands Antilles for a maximum stay of 3 months (effective January 1, 2005) :

Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Benin, Bhutan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, China, the Peoples Republic, with the exception of Hong Kong SAR en BNO document holders, Colombia, Comoros, Congo-Brazzaville, Congo-Democratic Republic (formerly Zaire), Cuba, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guinea, G uinea-Bissau, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Macedonia (formerly the Republic of Yugoslavia), Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar (formerly Burma), Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, North Korea, Northern Marianne, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestinian Authority, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia and Montenegro (Yugoslavia), Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Solomon Island, Somalia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, West Samoa, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

For other countries, kindly contact your closest Dutch Embassy/Consulate.

Airport Departure Tax:

For International destinations, there is a departure tax of US$30.00 for those age 2 and up. This departure tax might be already included in the airfare of certain airlines.

For islands within the Netherlands Antilles, the departure tax is US$10.00. Some have made provisions to include the departure tax in your airline ticket.

Netherlands Antilles Hotels & Resorts

    Bonaire
Hotel Kontiki Beach Club and Lac Bay Apartments
Hotel Bamboo Bali
Hotel Eden Beach Resort
Hotel Plaza Hotel Bonaire
Hotel Caribbean Club Bonaire
Hotel Golden Reef Inn
Hotel Black Durgon Inn and Scuba Center
Hotel Divers Paradise Bonaire
Hotel Beachfront Hamlet
Hotel Hamlet Oasis Resort Bonaire
Hotel Coral Paradise Resort Bonaire
Hotel Captain Don's Habitat
Hotel Buddy Dive Resort
Hotel Sand Dollar Condominium Resort
Hotel Den Laman Condominiums
Hotel Harbour Village Beach Club
Hotel Yacht Club Apartments
Hotel Bonaire Seaside Apartments
Hotel Sun Oceanfront Apartments
Hotel Sun Rentals
Hotel Wannadive Hut
Hotel The Lizard Inn
Hotel Hotel Rochaline
Hotel Divi Flamingo Beach Resort and Casino
Hotel Carib Inn
Hotel Sonrisa Rooms & Apartments
Hotel Djambo Bonaire
Hotel Blue Divers Bonaire
Hotel Tropical Inn Bonaire
Hotel Bellafonte Chateau de la Mer
Hotel BelMar Oceanfront Condominiums and Apartments
Hotel Roomer
Hotel Happy Holiday Homes
Hotel Coco Palm Garden & Casa Oleander
Hotel Sorobon Beach Resort
Hotel Bonaire Lagoen Hill Bungalows
Hotel Meralney Vacation Village Sport Resort
Hotel Blanchi Koko Apartments
Hotel Bonaire Town Homes
Hotel Bonaire Village Villas
Hotel Bonaire Exclusive
    Cupecoy Beach
Hotel Residence Rainbow Beach Club
    Curacao
Hotel Hotel Floris Suite
Hotel Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club
Hotel Papagayo Beach Resort
Hotel Breezes Resort Spa & Casino Curacao
Hotel Sunset Waters Resort - Santa Martha Bay This hotel has been closed.
Hotel Avila Beach Hotel
Hotel Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa and Casino
Hotel Habitat Curacao Resort
Hotel Clarion Hotel & Suites Curacao
Hotel Curacao Mariott Beach Resort and Emerald Casino
Hotel Hilton Curacao
Hotel Howard Johnson Plaza
Hotel Lions Dive & Beach Resort
Hotel Otrobanda Hotel & Casino
Hotel Plaza Hotel Curacao
Hotel Renaissance Curacao Resort & Casino
Hotel Royal Resort Sea Aquarium
Hotel Veneto Casino Holiday Beach
Hotel Trupial Inn
Hotel Academy Hotel Curacao
Hotel Curacao Airport Hotel
Hotel Curacao Suites
Hotel Deluxe Vacation Village
Hotel Dolphin Suites
Hotel 't Klooster
Hotel Landhuis Daniel
Hotel Pelikaan Hotel & Casino
Hotel San Marco Hotel & Casino
Hotel Scuba Lodge
Hotel Tropical Hotel, Bed & Breakfast
Hotel La Palmeraie
    Philipsburg
Hotel Flamingo Beach Resort
Hotel Royal Palm Beach Resort
    Saint Eustatius
Hotel Garden Cottage
    Saint Maarten
Hotel Beachside Villas at Simpson Bay
Hotel Royal Islander La Plage
Hotel Sonesta Great Bay Beach Resort & Casino
Hotel Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino Resort
Hotel The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa
Hotel Wyndham Sapphire Beach Club & Resort
Hotel Atrium Resort
Hotel l'esperance hotel
    Saint Martin
Hotel Hotel Mt. Vernon
Hotel Le Privilege Hotel
Hotel Mercure Simson Resort

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